White Water Rafting in Queensland

Living here in the tropical north, we are favorable enough to have some of the country’s most impressive white water rafting rivers all close by. In fact there isn’t another place in Oz that can brag that they have commercial white water rafting operations doing business on 4 local rivers.

The rivers that are located locally are the Barron, Tully, Johnstone and Russell Rivers, as well as lots of seasonal runs that only are possible in the monsoon season}. This definately must make Cairns White Water rafting something unique. The  Barron River Whitewater rafting and Tully River Whitewater Rafting operate using whats known as controlled release. This happens when the water is set free at a set time from a dam or Hydro Electric Scheme. These two are easily our most popular rivers with both full and half day tours happening daily. The Barron River has grades 2-3 rapids while the Tully has a more exciting grade of 3 to 4 and even 5 when it’s raining.

The Johnstone River runs for a few months a year, but offers Heli Rafting overnight trips with up to Grade 5 rapids. This activity is quite exclusive.

The Russel River offers blow up 2 man sportsrafts, although a bit different from the more recognisable inflatable rafts, they are still heaps of fun and simple to learn. This river does however require a  short trek in to the commencement point through some lush rainforest. The Russel River has rapids in the range of grade 2-3 with possibly a few grade 4’s in some sections.

All fun happens under the watchful eyes of highly certified river guides, and all raft operators hold the neccessary Government licensces and Insurance. So there is nothing to fret about if you desire to have a go at some white water rafting while on your break in tropical north Queensland.

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